The 43-year-old actor, Chad Michael Murray, has long been admired for his toned physique. In the Netflix Christmas movie "The Merry Gentlemen", he showcases his abs and opens up about his fitness regimen. When asked about staying motivated to maintain his six-pack, Murray had an interesting response. He said, "I don't know. I'm going to say having a pretty wife, wanting to keep her happy." He continued, "Even though she's not the type to demand it, you want to look good for the Mrs. I also like to be in a certain state at all times, just in case an opportunity like this comes along. It's a lifestyle."

Chad Michael Murray in 'The Merry Gentlemen'

In this movie, Murray plays one of the dancers, Luke. It follows a Broadway dancer (Britt Robertson) as she goes home for the holidays and stages an all-male, Christmas-themed revue to save her parents' small-town performing venue. Murray's abs steal the show and add a unique charm to the story.

Chad Michael Murray's Journey to Dancing

The actor recently shared with PEOPLE that he had never danced professionally or received any formal training. However, he loves going out and dancing. He and his wife, Sarah Roemer, have danced at a wedding or two and enjoy dancing on occasion at home. But nothing compared to the level of dancing in "The Merry Gentlemen". At first, the role intimidated him, but he saw it as a challenge. He said, "When I see something that scares me, something in me says, 'Let's do it. I'm going to either fail miserably or have a lot of fun.' That's what really drew me in."

The Physical Transformation

Murray described the physical transformation for the role as "very intense", but he added that he loves a good challenge. His dedication to getting into shape for the movie is evident. He is now a role model for those looking to achieve a similar transformation. His story shows that with determination and the right mindset, anyone can achieve their fitness goals.

Life as a Dad of Three

Chad Michael Murray married his actress wife, Sarah Roemer, in 2015. The couple has three children - a 9-year-old son, a 6-year-old daughter, and a new baby girl born in August 2023. He recently opened up about life as a dad during an interview with "Variety". He emphasized his desire to be present in his children's lives. He shared that his family of five, which he calls "The Pack", travels together to every gig he books. He was there for his daughter's first steps and took her trick or treating for the first time. His love for his family shines through in his words.